Name
MCSS Featured Speaker: Mark Johnson, Montana's Historic Chinese Communities
Description
In “Montana’s Historic Chinese Communities”, Mark integrates primary source research on the history of Chinese communities in Montana, notably through the translation and interpretation of hundreds of letters back and forth from China to Montana that testify to the experience of Chinese Montanans as straddling two worlds. From primary and other sources such as photographs, this talk examines the development and changes within Montana’s Chinese communities; and the growth and decline of Montana’s Chinese population. Much of this historical source work happened with Mark's former secondary students. Mark will also share what the next steps are in sharing this story including his initial process of publishing of a book for young adults.
Speakers
Track
MCSS (Social Studies)
Date
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Time
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Professional Development (Renewal) Units
1
Type of Session
Insititute
This sectional targets grade level(s):
All
Capacity
30